Seasonal changes, such as cooler temperatures, often drive insects like hackberry psyllids and Asian lady beetles to seek ...

Consider Tilling Till your garden in the fall to rid your soil of hidden squash bugs and other soil-dwelling insects. Squash bugs bury themselves up to 6 inches deep in garden beds, so you’ll ...

Squash bugs can be a concerning sight in a home garden, especially if you've got young plants around. These insects primarily target squash and pumpkins (hence their name) and can kill young ...

Squash bugs overwinter as adults, becoming active around June. They are secretive, hiding on plants or in mulch. Numerous egg clusters are laid, usually on leaf undersides. Eggs are bronze-orange, ...

Nasturtiums can also be used to suppress weeds and control pests on melon vines, but that’s not the only reason to try out ...

You can have a beautiful, productive garden while working with nature to manage insect pests. As you incorporate various ...

University of Illinois Extension horticulture experts will present tips, how-to’s, and answer questions about each monthly ...